Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), PRN - Two Rivers, WI

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Two Rivers, WI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Advocate Health is seeking dedicated Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to join our esteemed Anesthesiology Team at Aurora Medical Center – Manitowoc County, located in the scenic community of Two Rivers, Wisconsin. This position offers a balanced work-life schedule, a supportive team environment, and the chance to practice in a vibrant, community-focused setting. About Aurora Medical Center – Manitowoc County: Our state-of-the-art facility offers a comprehensive range of services, including 24/7 emergency care, advanced surgical suites, and specialized programs in orthopedics, cardiology, and cancer care. The hospital is equipped with modern technology and provides a patient-centered environment to ensure the highest quality of care. Discover Two Rivers and Manitowoc: Nestled along the western shore of Lake Michigan, Two Rivers and the neighboring city of Manitowoc offer a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant community life. Residents enjoy access to beautiful beaches, scenic trails, and a variety of cultural attractions, including the Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum and the Wisconsin Maritime Museum. The area boasts affordable living, excellent schools, and a welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal place to live and work. Join Advocate Health at Aurora Medical Center – Manitowoc County and become part of a team committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a community that values both professional excellence and quality of life.

Requirements

Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices
Nurse Anesthetist certification (CRNA) issued by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists
Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber license issued by the state of Wisconsin
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)/American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Master's Degree in Nursing
No experience required
Must be able to fulfill department schedule needs, which may include 24/7 call and weekend coverage, as needed
Must have functional vision and hearing
Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist
Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head
Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance
Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force
Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines
Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids
Will be required to wear gloves, goggles and gowns on an as-needed basis
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job

Responsibilities

Provides anesthesia services, including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care to patients which includes: the induction of anesthesia; the maintenance of anesthesia at the required levels; the support of life functions during the administration of anesthesia, including induction and intubations; the recording of all pertinent events during the induction of, maintenance of and emergence from anesthesia; the recognition and the taking of appropriate corrective action (including requesting consultation when necessary) for abnormal patient responses to anesthesia or to any adjunctive medication or other form of therapy; and the professional observation and resuscitative care (including requesting consultation when necessary) until the patient has regained control of his/her vital functions.
Performs pre-anesthesia functions including: determining that an appropriate pre-anesthetic examination has been made by a physician; insuring that relevant tests have been completed and a thorough assessment of the patient has been performed; reviewing the patient's condition immediately prior to the induction of an anesthesia; checking the readiness, availability, cleanliness, sterility when required and working conditions of all the equipment used in the administration of anesthetic agents prior to administering anesthesia.
Performs post-anesthesia duties including: remaining with the patient until it is safe to transfer responsibility for care to other qualified individuals; advising personnel responsible for post-anesthetic care of specific problems presented by the patient's condition; administering post-operative epidural pain relief and other post-operative analgesia in collaboration with the surgeon and making post-anesthetic visits regarding the presence or absence of anesthesia related complications.
Responsible for narcotic accounting and distribution.
Responds to life threatening, Code Blue/Code 4 and respiratory emergencies if available by establishing and maintaining an airway under the direction of a physician.
Assists nursing units with difficult intravenous (IV) insertions when requested, when available and when attempts by other professionals have been unsuccessful.
May administers anesthesia under the supervision of the operating surgeon.
May provides labor analgesia in the Birth Day Center.
Maintains knowledge of scientific theory, research findings, current practice and applicable standards.
May participate in departmental improvement processes and ASC processes when appropriate.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.